In this episode, Carl talks to Lemek, an emerging guitarist and New Orleans-based musician, whose father is veteran saxophonist Quintin Gerard W. Beyond simply using a different instrument, what makes this generational hand off unique is the way Lemek builds upon the soul and jazz foundation of his father yet takes his own music into new directions. They talk extensively about Lemek's musical journey and he is determined to make his stamp on the music industry and move it forward.

After a long dabble in the studio, Lemek is ready to put on his showstopping performance again. The pandemic has meant that he hasn't been able to get back on stage yet, so it's time for him to take center stage. He wants to make sure all those hard hours in the recording studio are worthwhile - by crafting unique music and showing off everything he can do with an audience of fans once more.

Listen to Carl and Lemek discuss the most challenging thing about being a musician and his deep connection to his music. Lemek also shares advice to aspiring young musicians. Tune in to discover how Lemek's music is designed to cause positive change and bring people out of darkness and into creativity.